Rubha na Làire

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Rubha na Làire

Flodda causeway
Flodda causeway Credit: Catherine Morgan

Rubha na Làire is a prominent coastal feature located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. It is a headland that juts out into the North Atlantic Ocean, forming a point along the rugged coastline. The name "Rubha na Làire" translates to "point of the mare" in English, reflecting its historical connection to the surrounding maritime activities.

This headland is characterized by its picturesque beauty and dramatic cliffs that plunge into the sea. The rugged terrain offers breathtaking panoramic views of the ocean and the surrounding landscape. The headland is also known for its diverse wildlife, with seabirds nesting on the cliffs and seals often seen basking on nearby rocks.

Rubha na Làire is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, bird-watching, and photography. Visitors can explore the well-maintained trails that wind along the headland, providing access to the stunning coastal views. The unique geology of the area, with its exposed rock formations and sea stacks, adds to the allure of this coastal feature.

The headland is easily accessible by road, with a nearby parking area for visitors. It is also conveniently located near other attractions, such as picturesque coastal villages and historical sites. Rubha na Làire is an ideal spot for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty, and it continues to captivate visitors with its rugged charm and breathtaking vistas.

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Rubha na Làire Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.484555/-7.3031849 or Grid Reference NF8256. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Flodda causeway
Flodda causeway
Oitir Mhòr
Oitir Mhòr
Gramisdale stone circle Rather mutilated prehistoric stone circle. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10186/benbecula-gramisdale" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10186/benbecula-gramisdale">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Gramisdale stone circle
Rather mutilated prehistoric stone circle. LinkExternal link
Suidheachadh Beag stone circle and chambered cairn Two large stones inside the stone circle may represent the remains of a chambered cairn. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10187/benbecula-suidheachadh-beag" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/10187/benbecula-suidheachadh-beag">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Suidheachadh Beag stone circle and chambered cairn
Two large stones inside the stone circle may represent the remains of a chambered cairn. LinkExternal link
Causeway between Grimsay and Benbecula
Causeway between Grimsay and Benbecula
North Ford Causeway On the north edge of Benbecula, the modern causeway leads across the Oitir Mhor to Grimsay and North Uist.
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North Ford Causeway
On the north edge of Benbecula, the modern causeway leads across the Oitir Mhor to Grimsay and North Uist. LinkExternal link
Road on Eilean na h-Airigh Leaving the causeway from Benbecula and heading for Grimsay and North Uist. Eaval / Eabhal is the North Uist mountain in the distance.
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Road on Eilean na h-Airigh
Leaving the causeway from Benbecula and heading for Grimsay and North Uist. Eaval / Eabhal is the North Uist mountain in the distance. LinkExternal link
North Ford Causeway Looking towards Benbecula along the causeway, which has recently been strengthened and widened to take a double lane road.
North Ford Causeway
Looking towards Benbecula along the causeway, which has recently been strengthened and widened to take a double lane road.
Gramsdale: postbox № HS6 40 and phone One of several postboxes which seem to have a prefix misnomer - being on Benbecula, this box is actually in the HS7, not HS6, postcode district. It stands alongside a red telephone box and this may be evidence that the post office, which opened in the summer of 1935 and closed on 5 October 1974, was in the adjacent house.
Gramsdale: postbox № HS6 40 and phone
One of several postboxes which seem to have a prefix misnomer - being on Benbecula, this box is actually in the HS7, not HS6, postcode district. It stands alongside a red telephone box and this may be evidence that the post office, which opened in the summer of 1935 and closed on 5 October 1974, was in the adjacent house.
Gramsdale: North Ford Causeway The A865 crosses from the island of Grimsay to Benbecula by way of this causeway, which has recently been upgraded from a single-carriageway road with passing places.
Gramsdale: North Ford Causeway
The A865 crosses from the island of Grimsay to Benbecula by way of this causeway, which has recently been upgraded from a single-carriageway road with passing places.
Grimsay: a bilingual welcome A bilingual sign welcomes motorists arriving on the island from Benbecula on the A865.
Grimsay: a bilingual welcome
A bilingual sign welcomes motorists arriving on the island from Benbecula on the A865.
Grimsay: view alongside the North Ford Causeway Looking alongside the causeway linking the islands of Benbecula and Grimsay.
Grimsay: view alongside the North Ford Causeway
Looking alongside the causeway linking the islands of Benbecula and Grimsay.
Gramsdale: view across Grimsay towards North Uist The hills of the southeast corner of the ise of North Uist, Eaval being the highest, are viewed across a narrow inlet at the northern end of the isle of Benbecula. Grimsay is sandwiched between the two islands.
Gramsdale: view across Grimsay towards North Uist
The hills of the southeast corner of the ise of North Uist, Eaval being the highest, are viewed across a narrow inlet at the northern end of the isle of Benbecula. Grimsay is sandwiched between the two islands.
Kyles Flodda: a thatched croft An attractive little building by the head of an inlet, across which we look, on the north coast of Benbecula.
Kyles Flodda: a thatched croft
An attractive little building by the head of an inlet, across which we look, on the north coast of Benbecula.
Gramsdale: Welcome to Benbecula A bilingual welcome to motorists travelling southward on the A865 as they arrive on the isle of Benbecula on the causeway from Grimsay.
Gramsdale: Welcome to Benbecula
A bilingual welcome to motorists travelling southward on the A865 as they arrive on the isle of Benbecula on the causeway from Grimsay.
Traditional cottage by the road to Caolas Fhlodaigh Although an old building, there are some concessions to modern living such as a power supply.
Traditional cottage by the road to Caolas Fhlodaigh
Although an old building, there are some concessions to modern living such as a power supply.
Lochan Un-named lochan by the road at Kyles Flodda.
Lochan
Un-named lochan by the road at Kyles Flodda.
North Ford, Benbecula Bridge over the North Ford between Benbecula and North Uist, not safe for swimming!
North Ford, Benbecula
Bridge over the North Ford between Benbecula and North Uist, not safe for swimming!
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Rubha na Làire is located at Grid Ref: NF8256 (Lat: 57.484555, Lng: -7.3031849)

Unitary Authority: Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///spits.buying.asterisk. Near Balivanich, Na h-Eileanan Siar

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Passing Place
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Stone Circle
Historic: ruins
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Rudha Bhidein
Natural: cape
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Rudha na Làire
Natural: cape
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Disused: yes
Man Made: water_well
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 57.48477/-7.3025878
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 57.4842661/-7.3021878
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 57.4843261/-7.3004127
Gramsdal
Direction: 15
Traffic Sign: city_limit
Lat/Long: 57.48465/-7.3022845
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 57.4834375/-7.3069522
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